Maintenance Mechanic

Job Purpose

Repair equipment at the generation site, including pumps and motors. Perform fabrication and welding when needed.

Specific Responsibilities

Perform routine, breakdown and preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment and systems related to the power generation facility.

Other Responsibilities

Maintain a culture of safety within the department. Support the Utility’s safety programs, complete training appropriate for the position, and provide safe working conditions and practices.

Maintain a culture of continuous improvement within the department. Utilize lean principles and other continuous improvement tools in an effort to maximize the efficiency of the department.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge

High school graduate or equivalent.

Three years of power plant maintenance experience or other industrial mechanical maintenance.

Demonstrated knowledge and safe working practices of all-position arc welding and gas cutting operations.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all audiences, including customers.

Excellent interpersonal and listening skills, with ability to build productive professional relationships and promote a team atmosphere.

Proficiency with use of computers and mobile apps, including email, calendar, Internet browsers, and the Microsoft Office suite of products at a basic level.

Good problem identification, analysis, and solving skills.

Problem identification, analysis, and solving.

Abilities

Ability to work as part of a team, either as team leader or a member of a team.

Ability to drive results and ensure work is accomplished properly, safely, and in a timely manner.

Ability to work independently, effectively prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adjust work priorities as needed to meet department/organizational objectives.

Must have high degree of mechanical aptitude and be comfortable working with power tools.

Ability to develop, read, and interpret drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical manuals.

Ability to distinguish colors.